Crash Reported on Southbound SR-99 in Madera
Local law enforcement reported a crash involving four vehicles on southbound SR-99 in the Madera area on the morning of Friday, July 9, 2021. The incident occurred shortly after 11:40 a.m. on State Route 99 and the South Madera Avenue onramp.
Details on the Crash on Southbound SR-99 and Madera Avenue
According to the California Highway Patrol (CHP), the car wreck involved a blue Tesla, a Toyota Rav4, a Honda Odyssey, and a GMC Sierra. All four vehicles were located in the No. 1 Lane by CHP traffic officers responding to the scene.
First responders and fire department crews were also dispatched to the scene to provide assistance to those involved in the car accident. Details regarding what caused the wreck and the number of injured parties was not immediately available.
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A motor vehicle crash may occur in the blink of an eye and may result in devastating consequences for all parties involved. Injuries may be serious, even if they initially present as minor. When the collision was caused by another driver or entity, the injured party does not deserve to bear the burdens. It is essential to speak with a Madera personal injury attorney before discussing the claim with the insurance company. The reason is that, unlike the insurer, an injury lawyer will always have your best interests at heart. Unfortunately, insurance carriers are focused on protecting their own interests and bottom line.
One of the many defense tactics insurers use after a serious car wreck is making a lowball settlement offer. While it may seem tempting to accept it when dealing with mounting medical bills and time away from work while recovering from accident-related injuries, the settlement may not take into account the full extent of resulting losses. When an injured party works with an attorney, their lawyer will collaborate with expert witnesses such as economists, medical professionals, and accident reconstruction experts to establish the full value of damages incurred. This includes past and future medical bills, lost wages, loss of expected future earning capacity, pain and suffering, and any other losses related to the crash. This way, the attorney can negotiate a fair settlement with the insurer.
Like most cases, there is a statute of limitations or time limit on personal injury claims. This is set out in the California Code of Civil Procedure Section 335.1. Claimants have two years from the date of the car wreck to file a lawsuit in civil court. If the deadline is missed, the claimant may lose the right to the recovery of losses incurred. This is one of the many reasons why it is crucial to work with an attorney right after a serious wreck. A lawyer will ensure the case is in good hands by meeting all filing criteria and deadlines so the injured party can focus on healing from their injuries. For details on how to find the best car accident lawyer for a personal injury claim, watch this video.
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